2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 984 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Astro | E-250 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |